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October 2024

RCEM Learning

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Understanding Mental Capacity in Healthcare

This chapter explores the critical role of mental capacity assessments in healthcare, advocating against the assumption that patients cannot make their own decisions. It highlights the necessity of individualized approaches, particularly for children, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing 'behaviors of distress' as vital communication in clinical settings.

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